Description
This Cracker Barrel Meatloaf copycat recipe is tender, juicy, and packed with savory homestyle flavor. Topped with a sweet tangy glaze and baked to perfection, this classic comfort food pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, green beans, or mac and cheese.
📝 Ingredients
Meatloaf
2 lbs ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
2 eggs
1 cup crushed buttery crackers
½ cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
Glaze
½ cup ketchup
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp mustard
👨🍳 Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, bell pepper, eggs, crackers, milk, cheese, and seasonings.
Mix gently until combined.
Shape mixture into a loaf and place in a baking dish or loaf pan.
Mix glaze ingredients and spread half over the meatloaf.
Bake for 45 minutes.
Spread remaining glaze on top and bake another 15–20 minutes until cooked through.
Rest 10 minutes before slicing.
⏱ Prep & Cook Time
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
🍽 Servings
6–8 servings
🔥 Nutrition (Approx Per Serving)
Calories: 520
Protein: 34g
Carbs: 18g
Fat: 34g
